Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

About this cottage rental

Situated in Taos, this attractive cottage for $125 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. This charming and private casita is perfect for one - three guests. It's a short walk (three blocks to the downtown Plaza) with on site parking. It has been totally remodeled and renovated by me with new windows, bath and kitchen complete re do. Casa Azul is furnished in my always popular "Melissiana Style" which is antiques, Consignment Store and Estate Sale treasure, all original Taos art and of course my sense of whimsy throughout! You enter down a flagstone pathway to your cozy little house. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you might need. I always say that if I don't have it, you won't need it! Refrigerator and gas stove with oven. Great random tile counters and I do have so much fun re purposing kitchen cabinets... The living room has a loveseat sofa sleeper with a gel foam mattress for one with all bedding, coffee table and entertainment cabinet. I put in a corner gas log stove for heat and wonderful ambiance. Just like a wood burning stove, but no logs or ashes to deal with. There is an equipale (Mexican style) table and two chairs. Bright, fun and festive dishes with nice big coffee mugs. The bathroom is totally re done with random tiles and all amenities. The bedroom has a tongue and groove wood floor that I "played" with after a staining mishap. (Don't believe you can stain and seal with one product and don't stain boards outside on a hot/sunny day!) Queen bed, good reading lights of course. There is a closet complete with cozy robes and a dresser. There is a totally private rear landscaped walled back courtyard garden with table/chairs and a BBQ. The patio is flagstone with a large shade structure. As with all my properties Casa Azul is dog friendly I provide dog sheets for furniture and bed as well as mutt mitts for clean up. Dog fee is $10 per dog per night which may be left upon departure. This casita is part of a compound with a main house (Casa Grande VRBO 860840) with three bedrooms/two baths and another Casita (Casa Verde Vrbo 920144) one bedroom available. All can be rented separately or can sleep a group of 2. Each space has a private entry and private wall garden courtyard. The only space that is shared is the full laundry room which is available for all guests. All have off street parking. This entire downtown compound was featured on the 2017 Taos Home & Garden Tour. On a Saturday in August I got to show off my style to 500 tour goers! If Casa Azul is booked for your dates please look at Casa Verde Vrbo 920144 which is very similar and in the same compound.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Taos, NM

Nearby attractions

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

9.78 miles

Río Grande del Norte National Monument

27.04 miles

Palisades Sill Official Scenic Historic Marker

25.39 miles

Millicent Rogers Museum

2.69 miles

Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita

4.8

Outstanding(84 Reviews)

Cottage in Taos, NM

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for pets

$$$$

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Taos, NM

Nearby attractions

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

9.78 miles

Río Grande del Norte National Monument

27.04 miles

Palisades Sill Official Scenic Historic Marker

25.39 miles

Millicent Rogers Museum

2.69 miles

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(84 Reviews)

5.0

Dec 2023

Loved this beautiful place! We hope to return again!

5.0

Nov 2023

Quaint cottage offers an authentic Taos experience. Convenient location on a quiet street. Melissa was a great host and easy to work with.

5.0

Oct 2023

We have never been to Taos, so it was nice to stay close to the "city" center. Easy walk from house to local art and restaurants. This would be a great location for 2 to 3 families to stay, offering everyone privacy, but a common place to meet all together.

5.0

Oct 2023

This cute little house was very close to downtown Taos. We went as a group my daughter rented the large house my son-in-law‘s mom rented the other house, so the three of us stayed on the same property. This accommodation is great for people that have dogs awesome awesome hostess. A+++++

5.0

Oct 2023

A charming, spacious apartment! The kitchen was well equipped and the bed was a comfortable height. Nice, private patio.walking distance to the plaza.

5.0

Oct 2023

Good location. Lots of space. Plenty of useful items included. Great place for 2-3.

5.0

Sep 2023

This was such a perfect place for my stay! It was walking distance to the Hanuman Temple. An added bonus was the courtyard! So peaceful.

5.0

Sep 2023

Amazing 😻

5.0

Sep 2023

We enjoyed being able to keep the doors and windows open at night and enjoy the night sounds and fresh air. The refrigerator did freeze some of our food, adjustment needed. Overall enjoyed our stay.

5.0

Jun 2023

An adorable casita with all of the Taos touches. The patio was perfect for our dogs, and the casita was the perfect size for us. Very clean and well appointed. We can’t wait to go back!

5.0

Jun 2023

Charming cottage and enclosed little yard/ patio area.

5.0

Jun 2023

The little condo was quiet, private, and very comfortable. Loved it!!

5.0

May 2023

Enjoyed every moment, especially the fresh air coming through the screen doors and windows. Manager was VERY responsive to needs. Only suggestion is it is time to replace the worn mattress for better sleep for guests. Loved the quiet peace so close to Plaza, and beautiful view of Taos Mountain. Thank you! Wanda

5.0

May 2023

This property was great! Close enough to Taos Plaza (currently under construction work---May 2023) to walk with our pup. The church bells in the morning (starting about 7:00 am) were soothing to wake us up. The walled-in yard was good for our pup. Only concern was the shower floor was very slippery! Couldn't find a shower mat, so we avoided showers after the first try. We will return when we can!

5.0

May 2023

Melissa's properties are always a 5.

5.0

Apr 2023

Perfect for our trip. Could use one more comfy chair in living room -little couch not quite big enough for two to relax comfortably.

5.0

Apr 2023

A curved, private entrance, well-equipped kitchen, options for comfortable temperature, walled-in, private courtyard, never-ending art, secure entrance with additional key provided -- I loved staying here and so did my dog! We enjoyed walking in the neighborhood and to the Plaza. I appreciated being able to do a load of laundry - that was an unexpected bonus. I am a solo traveler, but would recommend Casa Azul for a couple + one or two Littles.

5.0

Apr 2023

The host was very kind and understanding about adjusting our reservation.

5.0

Mar 2023

Lots of light from windows and skylights and a lovely walled yard for our dogs, this casita was just right for us. It’s also a short walk to the center of Taos and three minutes from a great park for dog walking. There was plenty of room for two adults and two medium-sized dogs, a comfortable bed, and a roomy kitchen.

5.0

Feb 2023

Loved this property, and perfectly located. We enjoyed walking short distances to various activities and exploring the culture. Just a relaxing time and being in no rush.

3.0

Feb 2023

The rental property itself is very cute and in a wonderful location mere minutes from the town square, shopping, food by foot. The baseboard heaters in the bedroom and bathroom were really all we needed to keep the whole place warm since it is so nice and open. We LOVED the private yard for our dogs and the provided dog sheets to put on the couch and bed so our senior pups could be comfortable just like at home. However, the property definitely needed a deep cleaning; food crusted to oven knobs, cobwebs on artwork, dead mosquito stuck to wall in bathroom, light switches with smudges on them, etc. The bathroom and kitchen had definitely been wiped down before our stay, but the floors were quite dirty and I had to pick a few hairs off of the pillowcases in the bedroom that definitely did not belong to us or our dogs since we had just arrived. Trying to get access to the house was the hardest. We had not received instructions 24 hours prior, so I messaged Melissa on VRBO app. She emailed me at 4:50 a.m. the day of our arrival with a line that said "Tree house and airstream summer lodging. Melissa " That was it...so I emailed back and asked how we accessed the property. A few hours passed, we tried calling, no answer, called VRBO customer service, they called, no answer. We kept trying and my husband got her on the phone, providing my name, email address, etc. for our stay. She messaged in email and VRBO she would send access, but another 2-3 hours pass, we're arriving into town in 2 hours, and nothing arrived in my email or my VRBO messages or spam. I called and was able to get the access instructions over the phone from her but not before she blamed my husband for, and I quote, "mucking things up." Not sure how he "mucked things up" by providing all my contact details. That did not leave us feeling very confident about booking with this property manager which is shame because the whole compound at that property was absolutely charming and so very convenient to downtown Taos. Be vigilant about getting access instructions 24-48 hours before your stay here and bring some light cleaning supplies, and this is a great spot.

5.0

Jan 2023

Lovely little Taos casita! Near the plaza in the historic district.

4.0

Jan 2023

Wonderful location close to shops and restaurants. Decorated very nice. Loved the private yard for the dogs. Unfortunately most of the yard is dirt. Would recommend rocks or mulch would be great to help keep the dogs paws clean. Melissa is always great to work with!

5.0

Jan 2023

Just right- size, location, feel, and dog friendly. Comfortable and tasteful without being fancy. Warm, cute, and well lit. Just minutes on foot to the Harwood and to the plaza.

5.0

Dec 2022

Beautiful decorated and very functional kitchen. Our dogs loved the backyard!

5.0

Nov 2022

We enjoyed our stay here. Nice yard for the dogs.

5.0

Nov 2022

Beautiful place, very private, and close to town. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here!

5.0

Nov 2022

I can’t imagine a more perfect place for me to spend a week in Taos! Beautifully appointed & decorated, conveniently located & very cozy. Melissa is an outstanding host, even sending someone to check if my missing keys were left in the casita. A Memphis friend who now lives in NM came to stay for two nights & said the hide a bed was comfortable. I plan to stay here again when I visit next year. Thank you Melissa & staff.

4.0

Oct 2022

The place has plenty of space for a family. Very quiet neighborhood and convenient to town.

5.0

Oct 2022

A delightful property. Very close to the town square and perfect for two.

5.0

Oct 2022

Lovely small casita with private yard. Quiet, off street parking, and a short walk to many galleries and restaurants.

5.0

Oct 2022

We loved the location of this rental - so close to the Plaza. It is roomy and very comfortable. The bed was great! The large outdoor space with covered patio was delightful. Although we didn't use it, having a BBQ grill with charcoal provided was a plus.

5.0

Sep 2022

Great location and spacious interior.

4.0

Aug 2022

Cute property and good location for access to Plaza.

4.0

Jul 2022

We enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay

Was what we expected

5.0

Jun 2022

We had to reschedule our stay at this great little property. The owner worked with us to find another date. She was great to work with.

5.0

May 2022

The apartment was clean and had everything we needed for a nice stay. The owner has several places to stay in the property which is close to grocery stores and restaurants. Enjoyed our stay at Melissa’s place.

5.0

May 2022

Nice rental in Taos

Nice rental in Taos

5.0

May 2022

The casita was so beautiful, cozy, and well equipped. Very conveniently located. The private yard was fantastic. We will be returning

5.0

May 2022

Absolutely lovely

Absolutely lovely

The casita was so beautiful, cozy, and well equipped. Very conveniently located. The private yard was fantastic. We will be returning

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Taos?

The average price for a rental in Taos is $156 per night. This rental is $31 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Taos, NM

Nearby attractions

Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita

Cottage in Taos, NM

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Taos, NM

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Taos?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Casa Azul\/Charming Downtown Casita?

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